McKeen Fund
Accepts applications
McKeen Fund is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $417,400 in 60 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$417,400
- Number of grants60
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $414,900 the year before.
15% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $408,400 | 58 | $10.2 million |
| 2024 | $414,900 | 57 | $10.8 million |
| 2025 | $417,400 | 60 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | McKeen Fund 1055 Franklin Avenue Ste 208, Garden City, NY 11530 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (516) 877-1756 |
| What to submit | Instructions: please read and follow the instructions carefully as incomplete applications or those not properly completed will not be considered for funding. L. All information must be furnished on the 2-PAGE application 2. In addition to the application, provide the following supporting documents: a. Latest financial statements, certified by your auditors, for the applicant organization b. Specific budget for the project c. Annual report or brief description of your organization iniquiries about this application should be made to info@mckeenfund.org or by calling the mckeen fund office at 516-877-1856. See application guidelines. |
| Deadlines | See info@mckeenfund.org or by calling the mckeen fund office at 516-877-1756. See application. |
| Restrictions | See info@mckeenfund.org or by calling the mckeen fund office at 516-877-1856. See application guidelines. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What McKeen Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 31 | $251,000 |
| Florida | 12 | $72,000 |
| Massachusetts | 6 | $32,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | Healthcare | $25,000 |
| New York and Presbyterian Hospital | Healthcare | $25,000 |
| The Viscardi Center | General support | $20,000 |
| Bethany House | Youth & family services | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Colgate University | Education | $10,000 |
| Columbia University | Education | $10,000 |
| Hour Children | Youth & family services | $10,000 |
| Legal Services for Children | General support | $10,000 |
| Mercy Center Inc | Youth & family services | $10,000 |
| Safe Center Li | General support | $10,000 |
| San Miquel Academy | Education | $10,000 |
| Senior Resource Center | Elder care | $10,000 |
| St Francis Youth Center | Youth & family services | $10,000 |
| The Harry Thomson Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Thrive for Life | General support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Migration Services | General support | $10,000 |
| Fairfield University | Education | $10,000 |
| Lourdes Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Student Sponsor Partnership | Education | $10,000 |
| Vineyard Havens Inc | Respite care | $7,500 |
| Sisters of Charity of Halifax | General support | $7,000 |
| Brooklyn Jesuit Prep | Education | $5,000 |
| Cardinal McCloskey Community Services | Youth and family services | $5,000 |
| Comprehensive Youth Development Inc | Youth programs | $5,000 |
| Diocese of Palm Beach | General support | $5,000 |
| Gifford Youth Activity Center | Youth programs | $5,000 |
| Girls Scouts of Nassau County | Education | $5,000 |
| Hearth Home | General support | $5,000 |
| Helen Keller Services | General support | $5,000 |
| Hope for Families Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Interfaith Nutrition Network | Youth and family services | $5,000 |
| John's Island Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Mental Health Assn of Indian River | Youth & family services | $5,000 |
| Missoula Interfaith Collaborative | General support | $5,000 |
| Nypolice & Fire Widows & Childrens Benefit Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| National Association of Catholic Chaplains | General support | $5,000 |
| Our Father's Table II | General support | $5,000 |
| Reach Beyond Domestic Violence | General support | $5,000 |
| Safe Space | Youth & family services | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James J Daly
- Beth A Daly
Questions people ask
Does McKeen Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: See info@mckeenfund.org or by calling the mckeen fund office at 516-877-1756. See application..
How much does McKeen Fund give?
$417,400 in tax year 2025, across 60 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs McKeen Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists James J Daly (Trustee) and Beth A Daly (Trustee).
What does McKeen Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.